How To Find the Best Cat Litter Box

When you go to public restroom and see filth, I bet you’re going to hold it in until you find a clean restroom. Cats feel the same way with their litter boxes. In fact, it’s hard to force them to use one that they dislike or is just too unbearable. So choosing the right litter box for your cat makes life easier and more fun for both of you.

When choosing the best litter box for you cat there are things that you need to consider such as:

• Style of the litter box. Does it come with a hood or without one? There are litter boxes which are designed for your cat's privacy preferences. As the owner, you should know if your cat has a negative reaction toward littering in an open space or if it feels more comfortable doing this is closed spaces. The only problem with hooded the models is ventilation. You must also take into consideration whether the litter box can have fresh air circulating into it. Some designs have ventilation panels for this purpose and these are typically the best choice on this consideration.
• Size. One common problem with litter boxes is that some cats may find comfort doing their business in very tightly-spaced boxes and other cats find relief in spacious litter box models. The traditional flat box is a good way to see whether your cat prefers one to the other. Since flat boxes don't normally cost a fortune, you can use one as a dummy box for your cats. The main advantage of this design is that you don't have to worry about fitting your tall cat in since it doesn't have a hood and it is very easy to clean too. In a March 2009 study, the veterinary findings of Dr. Jacqueline Neilson revealed cats’ preference for larger litter boxes over smaller types. After all, cats love great maneuverability.
• Cleaning frequency and methods. Since you don't want to spend a huge amount of time cleaning your cat's litter box and your cat definitely wants his box to be fresh, this is an important factor to consider. While self-cleaning litter boxes continue to become a favorite, it is still advisable to manually scoop at least daily to give your cat a fresh dose of pampering. These self-cleaning designs work by automatically cleaning the wastes at a set time or once the sensors identify urine or feces. Typically, these models have their own waste bins to save you from the trouble. This is surely a good way to cut down your expenses in hiring a maid do it for you. Also, using hash chemicals in cleaning your litter boxes should be avoided as these cleaners may deter your cats from using it.
• Location of your box. This should be a no-brainer, since putting your cats’ safety and comfort first should be of primary concern.
• Quantity of liter boxes. The general rule is to have one litter box for every cat that you have and one litter box for every floor of the house.

With little training and experimentation, some supervision and, of course, the cooperation of your pets, you're sure to find the best litter box for your cats in no time.